Real estate transfer.

You might be able to do exactly as you propose but you should discuss a life estate deed with your attorney. The remainder interest could be the...

Directions in a Will contradict directions in a Trust.

The last document would control the tax issue.

Under California law, does the name of the irrevocable trust I plan to set up have to contain the word "trust"?

In Florida-the answer would be NO. But what else would you call your new "entity"?

Do I need a lawyer to create a living trust?

A trust would avoid probate and control the distribution of assets to your children at a later age but pay for college, medical and other...

My father passed away over a year ago and his wife was named Executrix of the Will. She continues to receive royalty checks,

No-it appears that she is now stealing the money. You need an attorney to set her straight with a letter and offer to take the proper corrective...

Fiduciary has not offered any documents/financial accounts, Nada after repeated requests, can I file a complaint as I am heir

When a person reaches the point of doing everything they could do without success-it is time to hire an attorney. It is wrong to use his personal...

If a lawyer is executor does he have right to take up to 75%? How does this work? Can the lawyer be removed as executor?

No-a reasonable fee is not 75%. Fees are defined by statute. Executor's can be removed for various reasons including taking unreasonable fees.

If a person makes a living trust, and the information is incorrect, is this a legal document,or is it null andvoid.

No-the whole trust is not void but you might have a claim stating that a mistake was made or you might be able to convince the other beneficiaries...

Only the trustee can distribute the money. If a trustee dies-a successor is usually named or could be appointed by the court. A beneficiary can...

I think all beneficiaries have the right of an accounting and can demand an audit if they are not satisfied.